Alzheimer’s: Should I remind him of our anniversary?

My wife and I used to exchange anniversary cards on the 30th of every month since we were married in the 30th of the month 8 years ago. She stopped doing this shortly before her diagnosis. It’s just another symptom I’ve gotten used to. I do still take her out for a nice dinner on our real anniversary, but she doesn’t remember the date on her own.

We haven't celebrated any occasion in a very long time. I miss it too. My husband used to go all out for out anniversaries. He'd buy fresh lobster and cook them, preparing the meal entirely on his own. He always brought me beautiful bouquet's of flowers and champagne. Yes, I miss those days. Thank God I have my memories.

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Someone on here mentioned about buying yourself a gift. I took that advice and bought myself something goofy, but happy. It felt good and I told my husband that he bought it for me. It made him happy also. Win, win.

We still celebrate our anniversary although my wife doesn't always remember the purpose for our celebration.
I take her to a favorite place which pleases her and brings her joy.
That's a gift and a blessing to me.